The Tuesday Edition - May 18, 2021
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TV, Interviews, Netflix, Shadow and Bone

Interview: Shadow and Bone Director Mairzee Almas Talks Nina and Matthias Falling for Each Other

Danielle Galligan and Calahan Skogman in Shadow and Bone.

The Mary Sue got a chance to interview director Mairzee Almas about Nina and Matthias and the journey they went on in Netflix's Shadow and Bone season one.

The post Interview: Shadow and Bone Director Mairzee Almas Talks Nina and Matthias Falling for Each Other first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Books, nghi vo, our books our shelves, the chosen and the beautiful

Our Books, Our Shelves: Crafting Your Own Reality

A picture of author Nghi Vo and the book 'The Chosen and the Beautiful'

In 'The Chosen and the Beautiful,' a queer Vietnamese-American Jordan Baker from 'The Great Gatsby' is still trying to sort out her own reality.

The post Our Books, Our Shelves: Crafting Your Own Reality first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Movies, Shrek

No One Is Having It With This Article Tearing Down Shrek on Its 20th Anniversary

Shrek smiling unconvincingly in Shrek.

Twitter was quick to jump to Shrek's defense and also was mad that it is the year 2021 and we somehow have SHREK DISCOURSE.

The post No One Is Having It With This Article Tearing Down Shrek on Its 20th Anniversary first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Books, books, interview, Memoir

Interview: Brian Broome’s Punch Me Up to the Gods Is a Stunning Introspection of Black Boyhood

Brian Broome and his debut memoir, Punch Me Up To The Gods

Brian Broome's memoir Punch Me Up to the Gods is one of the most stunning debuts I've had the pleasure of reading.

The post Interview: Brian Broome’s Punch Me Up to the Gods Is a Stunning Introspection of Black Boyhood first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Movies, Ben Platt, dear evan hansen, Twitter memes

The Dear Evan Hansen Trailer Left One Pretty Clear Impression on Everyone

Steve Buscemi says "How do you do, fellow kids?" while poorly dressed as a youth.

The trailer for the upcoming Dear Evan Hansen movie dropped today and while a lot of people are finally learning what the show is all about, others have some ... other concerns about the upcoming movie musical.

The post The Dear Evan Hansen Trailer Left One Pretty Clear Impression on Everyone first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Big on the Internet, anime, character death, movies, video games

My Favorite “I’m Dead and I Know It” Moments Throughout Media

Cleo, Tony Stark, Zack Fair, and Sailor Mars

There are times when a character knows that they're about to die so they decide to go up in a sometimes literal blaze of glory. Here are some of our favorites.

The post My Favorite “I’m Dead and I Know It” Moments Throughout Media first appeared on The Mary Sue.
News, joel greenberg, Matt Gaetz, sexual misconduct

Matt Gaetz’s “Wingman” Joel Greenberg Has Pleaded Guilty To a Bunch of Crimes, Including Trafficking of a Minor

Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) listens during a committee hearing

In exchange for pleading guilty to numerous crimes, Joel Greenberg has agreed to offer "substantial assistance" in future federal investigations—investigations that will likely include Rep. Matt Gaetz.

The post Matt Gaetz’s “Wingman” Joel Greenberg Has Pleaded Guilty To a Bunch of Crimes, Including Trafficking of a Minor first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Big on the Internet, COVID-19, Pandemic, Wear a mask

Ricky Schroder’s Anti-Mask Stunt Backlash Is a Friendly Reminder to Treat Customer Service Reps With Respect

Ricky Schroder

Ricky Schroder is a reminder to us all that there is no excuse for harassing customer service representatives when they're just doing their job.

The post Ricky Schroder’s Anti-Mask Stunt Backlash Is a Friendly Reminder to Treat Customer Service Reps With Respect first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Movies, Ben Platt, dear evan hansen

Ugh, Here We Go Again With the Dear Evan Hansen Movie Adaptation Trailer

Ben Platt as Evan Hansen in Dear Evan Hansen

Can't wait to hear about Dear Evan Hansen for months and watch people slowly realize what this show is actually about.

The post Ugh, Here We Go Again With the Dear Evan Hansen Movie Adaptation Trailer first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, Loki, Owen Wilson, Tom Hiddleston

Why Is Loki Mocking “Space Lizards” in This New Loki Series Clip?

Tom Hiddleston as Loki references "space lizards"

In a new clip that showcases the meeting between Loki and Mobius, a lot is happening, including a derisive reference to "space lizards."

The post Why Is Loki Mocking “Space Lizards” in This New Loki Series Clip? first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, Joshua Jackson, Peacock, trailer

Peacock Drops Creepy, True Crime-Inspired Dr. Death Trailer

Joshua Jackson in Peacock's Dr. Death

NBC Universal's streaming service Peacock just dropped the first trailer for Dr. Death, which stars Joshua Jackson in the real-life story of a former Texas surgeon who left 33 patients maimed or dead.

The post Peacock Drops Creepy, True Crime-Inspired Dr. Death Trailer first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Movies, Attack the Block 2, Joe Cornish, John Boyega

John Boyega Is Finally Giving Us the Attack the Block Sequel We’ve Been Waiting For!

Franz Drameh, Alex Esmail, Leeon Jones, and John Boyega in Attack the Block (2011)

We don't know much about Attack the Block 2 but having Boyega back and having his hand in the production of the movie is amazing.

The post John Boyega Is Finally Giving Us the Attack the Block Sequel We’ve Been Waiting For! first appeared on The Mary Sue.
News, censorship, ign, Israel/Palestine

[Updated] IGN Published a List of Ways To Help Palestinian Civilians. This Should Not Have Been Controversial.

Smoke rises after Israeli air strikes on Rafah, in the southern Gaza Strip, on May 17, 2021

IGN employees have released an open letter addressing corporate leadership's "blatant disregard for the most basic standards of journalistic integrity and editorial independence."

The post [Updated] IGN Published a List of Ways To Help Palestinian Civilians. This Should Not Have Been Controversial. first appeared on The Mary Sue.
News, Israel/Palestine, John Oliver, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

John Oliver Had an Important Message on Israel’s Air Strikes on Palestine on Last Week Tonight With John Oliver

John Oliver on Last Week Tonight

"For the record, destroying a civilian residence sure seems like a war crime. Regardless if you send a courtesy 'Heads Up' text," said John Oliver.

The post John Oliver Had an Important Message on Israel’s Air Strikes on Palestine on Last Week Tonight With John Oliver first appeared on The Mary Sue.
AMP Featured, Gaming, fan art, Resident Evil Village, video games

There Wasn’t Enough Lady Dimitrescu in Resident Evil Village so Fandom Has Called Upon Chris Redfield to Rock Her Look

Chris Lady D

We couldn't get enough of Lady Dimitrescu in Resident Evil Village so fan artists have decided to draw Chris Redfield in her aesthetic.

The post There Wasn’t Enough Lady Dimitrescu in Resident Evil Village so Fandom Has Called Upon Chris Redfield to Rock Her Look first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, things we saw today

Things We Saw Today: The Owl House Renewed for Season 3 Ahead of Season 2 Airdate

the owl house promo art season two

Disney Channel has picked up a third season of the animated fantasy series The Owl House. According to Deadline, season three will be comprised of three 44-minute specials. 

The post Things We Saw Today: The Owl House Renewed for Season 3 Ahead of Season 2 Airdate first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Movies, Anthony Mackie, Sebastian Stan, Tom Holland

Anthony Mackie Scores a Point in Tom Holland “Feud” While Accepting MTV Award for Falcon and the Winter Soldier

Tom Holland as Peter Parker and Anthoy Mackie as Sam Wilson

But I love the fabricated feud between Anthony Mackie, Sebastian Stan, and Tom Holland and I hope that it gets big enough that years down the line, someone thought it was real. (Don't ever make it real, stay friends, please.) 

The post Anthony Mackie Scores a Point in Tom Holland “Feud” While Accepting MTV Award for Falcon and the Winter Soldier first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, anime, Netflix, sports

Anime Binge-Watch Recommendation: Get Ready to Shoot the Winning Shot With Kuroko’s Basketball Season 2 on Netflix

Kuroko

With the second dub season of Kuroko's Basketball hitting Netflix, now's a good time to get off the bench and binge-watch this spectacular sports anime.

The post Anime Binge-Watch Recommendation: Get Ready to Shoot the Winning Shot With Kuroko’s Basketball Season 2 on Netflix first appeared on The Mary Sue.
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